Fern Michaels “makes every page shine” (Booklist) in this New York Times bestseller that changes the face of true love—and proves it’s not always where you expect to find it. . . .

Darby Lane and Russell Gunn had been inseparable friends since their days in the Horseshoe, the wonderful Baton Rouge neighborhood of their youth. But after graduate school, a tragic accident takes Russ’s life—and Darby’s world is shattered. Her long journey to healing brings her closer to Russ’s brother Ben, whom she begins to see through new eyes. Suddenly love blooms in the place of grief; and now, with the help of the three wily and colorful aunts who raised her, Darby faces the challenge of reuniting Ben with his estranged father—if she and her aunts can get through the conniving schemes of Ben’s social climber stepmother. Bit by bit, Darby discovers that loss can build new life—and love truly can conquer anything. Download and start listening now!

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Quotes & Awards

“Fern Michaels’ characters are real and endearing, her prose so natural that it seems you are witnessing the story rather than reading about it.”

Los Angeles Times

A New York Times Bestseller

Listener Reviews

" 3.5 stars. The quirky storyline kept me reading and interested enough for a fluffy, lighthearted read, but wow I am not a fan of Michaels' writing style. I find the conversations between all of the characters (not just a few who she's trying to position as flighty or nervous) are unrealistic and incongruous with the way someone actually speaks. Each character's voice would jump from talking about the weather to business to the neighbor to the dog, and then back to the weather without giving the person they were speaking to a chance to respond. I'm hoping that not all of Fern Michael's books are written like this as I purchased a few of them. "

Joleene | 1/28/2014

" Not the most stellar of books, but ok for this particular genre. "

Christy | 1/24/2014

" Story itself was great. Would have given it 4 stars but the dialogue was lacking. "

Novita | 1/22/2014

" romantic story "

Kim | 1/21/2014

" THIS BOOK IS SO FUNNY. I GOT SOME REALLY GOOD LAUGHS OUT OF IT.... "

Carole | 1/20/2014

" This book made me laugh. Some of the antics the tree aunts do are quite funny. "

Japetterson | 1/20/2014

" I enjoy Fern Michaels. "

Melissa | 1/19/2014

" I have no idea what the title has to do with this book. I guess I missed it. But I think it's supposed to be a love story. More then that, it's about 3 aunts who are hysterical. Didn't care for the very end, but the rest was a hoot. "

Nancy | 1/18/2014

" This was a good romance with a little bit of mystery in it. I would recommend it for those who need a quick 'people'-oriented story. It was an easy but satisfying read. "

Katrina | 1/9/2014

" It was okay. What it lacked was details, I must say. But for a mainstream book, it was fine. Not too splendid and not so bad either. "

Karyn | 12/25/2013

" This was ok...an easy read. "

Cathy | 12/9/2013

" Not a fan of this book. Typical southern personalities and very predictable pairing of characters "

Noreen | 12/4/2013

" Loved this book. Must be read by anyone with sisters-a great book about family ties and love despite differences and problems, plus a love story (or two) thrown in. I loved the three elderly sisters - my kind of people "

Lee | 12/1/2013

" read the book, did not listen to CD "

Pat | 11/28/2013

" Fern's a gifted story teller. "

Pamela | 10/29/2013

" Poor writing style, but interesting characters. Too predictable. "

Brigitte | 8/12/2013

" FUN TO READ,HEARTWARMING "

Jean | 4/3/2013

" this was an okay book for me. It was a quick summer read, type book. Nothing exciting, in my opionion. "

Lynn | 3/15/2013

" This was an enjoyable light read. "

Terri | 11/21/2012

" It was pretty good. I mean it was predictable but romantic and silly. "

Emily | 11/19/2012

" After reading a heavy book, or a heavy subject matter, I like a light book. That's what this one is. Some intrigue, but a light, easy, fun read. "

Abby | 7/29/2012

" This book was okay entertainment. It had some clever, funny parts. I wasn't completely engaged, however, and sometimes I rolled my eyes at the main character. Otherwise, it's a fun read. "

Rebecca | 3/29/2012

" Good for a quick beach read. "

Gwynn | 12/20/2011

" Wonderful story. I laughed and cried. "

Makitanasha | 10/30/2011

" Good book!!!!!!!! Loved it from the first page. "

Dawn | 8/11/2011

" ANOTHER GREAT LOVE STORY BY FERN "

Mom2jngncna~ | 7/7/2011

" It was ok. Seemed to have "unfinished" business.... not one of her better works. Glad I borrowed it from the Lib. and not something I bought. "

Di | 3/20/2011

" Cute feel good book "

R*beth*h | 1/29/2011

" Picked this book up at the local library sale. After sitting on my shelf for awhile I finally got around to read it. Well written quick read, with just the right mix of humor, love, reality & mystery. A little southern hospitality mixed in with some back stabbing life lessons plus some good laughs. "

Lynn | 9/24/2010

" This was an enjoyable light read.
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Melissa | 5/6/2010

" I have no idea what the title has to do with this book. I guess I missed it. But I think it's supposed to be a love story. More then that, it's about 3 aunts who are hysterical. Didn't care for the very end, but the rest was a hoot.
"

Emily | 4/24/2010

" After reading a heavy book, or a heavy subject matter, I like a light book. That's what this one is. Some intrigue, but a light, easy, fun read.
"

Kelsie | 10/28/2009

" This was an easy read, and I think I just skimmed most of it....Ok, story, good not great. Nice way to spend a blustery afternoon!
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Mom2jngncna~ | 10/17/2009

" It was ok. Seemed to have "unfinished" business.... not one of her better works. Glad I borrowed it from the Lib. and not something I bought.
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About the Author

Fern Michaels (a.k.a. Mary Ruth Kuczkir) is the USA Today and New York Times bestselling author of romance and thriller novels, including Hey, Good Looking; Pretty Woman; The Nosy Neighbor; The Real Deal; and many others. There are more than seventy million copies of her books in print.

About the Narrator

Johanna Parker is an Audie and Earphone Award–winning actress living and working in
San Francisco. Since narrating her first audiobook in 2002, she has received praise for her work in all genres, including her portrayal of Sookie Stackhouse in Charlaine Harris’ Southern Vampire
books. She received her BFA in acting from Boston University and studied
Shakespeare at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art in London. She has performed
on stages in London, Los Angeles, Seattle, and New York and has numerous film
and television credits. As a voice-over actress, she has
voiced commercials, video games, documentaries, and websites.

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